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UAE announces strict penalties for harboring or employing illegal residents

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UAE announces

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced harsh penalties and fines for individuals who provide residency, employment, or any form of assistance to people residing in the country illegally, citing public safety concerns.

According to Gulf News, the new measures target those who employ or shelter undocumented foreign nationals, as such actions pose significant risks to public security and may facilitate illegal activities. The UAE government emphasized that enforcing strict laws is essential to ensure social stability and the safety of citizens.

Under the 2021 laws governing entry and residence, violators face fines ranging from AED 100,000 to AED 5 million and minimum imprisonment of two months.

The report further noted that individuals on visit or tourist visas working in the UAE are committing a serious offense, punishable by AED 10,000 fine. Those using fraudulent residency documents could face up to 10 years in prison.

These measures are part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts to maintain law and order and protect its residents from risks associated with illegal immigration.

Pakistan tops global list for highest diabetes prevalence

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Pakistan tops

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has recorded the highest diabetes prevalence rate in the world, according to the International Diabetes Federation’s (IDF) latest 2025 report, which reveals that 30.8% of the country’s adult population is now living with diabetes. The global health body has termed the situation “extremely alarming.”

Experts note that Pakistan’s diabetes prevalence is three times higher than the global average, signalling a severe and expanding public health crisis.

According to Gulf News, which published details from the IDF report, global spending on diabetes care has surged to one trillion dollars, and the disease is becoming a major and complex challenge for many countries in the coming years.

The IDF Diabetes Atlas 2025, released in August, shows that 589 million adults aged 20 to 79 worldwide are currently living with diabetes—one in every nine people. Of these, 252 million remain undiagnosed, facing serious complications without treatment.

The global burden is rising rapidly, with the highest number of cases reported in Asian countries. China, India, and Pakistan now rank as the top three countries with the largest diabetic populations.

China: 148 million patients

India: 101 million

Pakistan: 36 million

Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by elevated blood sugar levels due to the body’s inability to produce or effectively use insulin.

Pakistan’s Parliamentary Secretary for Health, Dr. Nelson Azeem, stated that the country’s diabetes burden has reached 40%, urging citizens to adopt healthier lifestyles. “Lifestyle changes, regular exercise, and improved dietary habits are essential to curb this rising trend,” he said.

The secretary added that diabetes cases have increased compared to the past five years and are likely to rise further in the next five years if corrective measures are not taken. While the government is ensuring the free provision of diabetes medication, he emphasized the need to avoid sugary drinks and fast food to prevent the disease.

He further said that awareness initiatives have been launched at schools, colleges, and universities, along with periodic walks and public campaigns aimed at prevention.